Elgato · Updated August 2026
Elgato Prompter: price, specs & release date
Elgato Prompter, released 2024. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: elgato.com verified verify in ledger
The Elgato Prompter is listed at $299.99 on elgato.com as of 2026-08-01, #5 cheapest of 11 teleprompters (median $499); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 70/100 pay-blind standing, #5 of 10 in class.
Verified Aug 1, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
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Is the Elgato Prompter a good buy?
At $300, the Elgato Prompter is #5 cheapest of the 11 teleprompters we track, where the median is $499. On the spec sheet, its weight of 1.52 lb is below the median of the 10. By release date, it is among the newer of the 4 we date.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $299.99 US MSRP, self-contained unit (built-in 9in display, no tablet/phone required) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Elgato |
| Released | 2024 |
| Glass reflection ratio | 70/30 |
| Max tablet size (in) | — |
| Beam splitter glass | Yes |
| Mounting type | Two 1/4-20 threads on integrated camera bracket; step-up rings 49-82mm for direct lens mount; max camera load 6.6lb |
| Foldable | No |
| Hood included | — |
| Compatible devices | DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, webcams, smartphones (via lens step-up rings); built-in 9in 1024x600 60Hz display, no external tablet/phone needed for the script screen |
| Weight (lb) | 1.52 |
Source: elgato.com (verified 2026-08-01). elgato.com/us/en/p/prompter (fetched 2026-08-01): $299.99, 9in 1024x600 @60Hz / 400 nits built-in display, 70/30 beamsplitter glass sized 1.1x200x180mm, unit 224x219x282mm / 690g (1.52lb), two 1/4-20 mounting threads, max camera load 3kg/6.6lb, step-up rings 49-82mm, USB-C powered at 4.5W. This is a self-contained prompter with its own screen (not a tablet/phone holder), so max_tablet_size_in is null. Hood inclusion not stated on the spec page, left null rather than guessed. Exact release month not confirmed; 2024 year confirmed via press coverage of the launch.
Is the Elgato Prompter worth it vs cheaper teleprompters?
Elgato Prompter against its closest cheaper and pricier teleprompters on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 11 ranked
| Product | Price | Glass reflection ratio | Beam splitter glass | Mounting type | Foldable | Compatible devices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elgato Prompter this | $299.99 | 70/30 | Yes | Two 1/4-20 threads on integrated camera bracket; step-up rings 49-82mm for direct lens mount; max camera load 6.6lb | No | DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, webcams, smartphones (via lens step-up rings); built-in 9in 1024x600 60Hz display, no external tablet/phone needed for the script screen |
| Glide Gear TMP100 Tablet & Smartphone Teleprompter | $199 | 70/30 | Yes | 1/4-20 and 3/8-16 tripod threads | Yes | Tablets and smartphones up to 10.5in x 8in (iPad Air/Mini/original iPad; explicitly NOT compatible with iPad Pro); any camera via tripod mount |
| Glide Gear TMP1000 Professional Video Camera Tablet Teleprompter | $499 | 70/30 | Yes | 15mm rail system, adjustable positioning; C-stand compatible; multiple tripod configurations | — | All tablets including iPad Pro, Air, Mini, and original iPad (padded/cushioned tray fits tablets and folding laptops); cameras up to 10lb on the adjustable sled |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Elgato Prompter cost?
The Elgato Prompter has a US price of $299.99 (US MSRP, self-contained unit (built-in 9in display, no tablet/phone required)), as of 2026-08-01.
How does the Elgato Prompter compare on price?
At $300, the Elgato Prompter is #5 cheapest of the 11 teleprompters we track, where the median is $499.
When was the Elgato Prompter released?
The Elgato Prompter was released 2024.
What are the Elgato Prompter's key specs?
Elgato Prompter (Elgato): glass reflection ratio 70/30, beam splitter glass Yes, mounting type Two 1/4-20 threads on integrated camera bracket; step-up rings 49-82mm for direct lens mount; max camera load 6.6lb, foldable No, compatible devices DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, webcams, smartphones (via lens step-up rings); built-in 9in 1024x600 60Hz display, no external tablet/phone needed for the script screen. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-01.
Price of record: $299.99 at elgato.com, 2026-08-01. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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